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# Cost Control & Margin Improvement​

![Antonio Mallardo](https://www.awcfinance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/tempImageg32dAT%201.png?width=48&height=48&name=tempImageg32dAT%201.png)

 Antonio Mallardo

February 8, 2026

### The Hidden Costs Eating Your GOP and How to Spot Them​

### Why Cost Control Matters​

- Margins are tightening across the industry
- Stronger visibility = stronger GOP
- Even small hotels can operate like big brands

### Hidden Costs Eating Your GOP​

         1️⃣ Unmonitored F&B waste​  
         2️⃣ Payroll creep during low occupancy​  
         3️⃣ Poor supplier contract terms​  
         4️⃣ Utilities inefficiencies​  
         5️⃣ Incorrect cost allocations​

### How to Spot These Costs Early​

- Compare theoretical vs. actual costs​
- Weekly labour productivity review​
- Track waste & variance logs​
- Renegotiate contracts annually​
- Review department allocations monthly​

#### Using Cost Allocation to Drive Accountability​

- Correct allocations help teams understand real cost impact:​
- Utilities based on sqm/usage​
- Admin overheads by revenue share​
- F&B shared costs split by outlet​
- Better allocation → stronger ownership.​

# F&B Metrics Every GM Should Track​

        1️⃣ Cost of Goods Sold %​  
        2️⃣ Waste % vs. sales​  
        3️⃣ Labour cost per cover​  
        4️⃣ Average check growth​

- Small improvements compound into big margin gains.​

# The Outcome​

- Effective cost control delivers:​  
  ✔ Higher GOP margins​  
  ✔ Stronger forecasting accuracy​  
  ✔ Better operational discipline​  
  ✔ Improved owner confidence​

### Want a Cost Control Toolkit?​

- Message us for templates covering:​
- Cost allocations​
- F&B margin tracking​
- Labour productivity models​

 

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